1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1998 Peugeot Escapade
To start off, 1998 Peugeot Escapade is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot Escapade. (75 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot Escapade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 938 kg more than 1998 Peugeot Escapade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot Escapade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot Escapade. (205 Nm). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot Escapade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1998 Peugeot Escapade | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
| Model | V8 Volante | Escapade |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 880 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 45 L |
